Ginger Pork Bibb Cups Recipe

Name: Ginger Pork Bibb Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons lime juice; 3 tablespoons sugar or honey; 1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon corn starch; 8 ounces lean ground pork; 3 cups coleslaw mix with carrots; 8 ounces water chestnuts canned, sliced, drained and diced; 1/2 cup cilantro chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root grated; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 16 leaves Boston lettuce

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons sugar or honey
1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon corn starch
8 ounces lean ground pork
3 cups coleslaw mix with carrots
8 ounces water chestnuts canned, sliced, drained and diced
1/2 cup cilantro chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger root grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 leaves Boston lettuce

1
Whisk together the dressing ingredients (3 Tbs lime juice, 3 Tbs sugar, 1 1/2 Tbs soy sauce, 1/2 tsp cornstarch) in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and continue boiling 1 minute. Remove from heat and place in a small bowl to cool.
2
Meanwhile, coat a medium skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat until hot. Cook the pork until no longer pink, stirring frequently breaking up larger pieces while cooking.
3
Combine the cooked pork, coleslaw mix, water chestnuts, cilantro, ginger, salt and black pepper in a medium bowl and toss until well blended. Spoon equal amounts in each of the lettuce leaves, (about 1/4 cup per leaf). Spoon equal amounts of the dressing (about 1 1/2 teaspoons) over each. May serve with knives and forks or pull up edges of leaves and enjoy as mini wraps.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons lime juice, 3 tablespoons sugar or honey, 1 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon corn starch, and more.

Yes, Ginger Pork Bibb Cups falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ginger Pork Bibb Cups

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